archytele The Vault

Layali El-Helmeya 1987

Status
Ended
First Aired
October 18, 1987
Format
6 seasons · 185 eps
Total Runtime
~123.3 hours (40 min/ep)
Created By
Osama Anwar Okasha
Network
Nile Drama
★ TMDB users: 8.1/10 Drama 6 seasons · 185 eps Ended
Community & Your Rating
★ 8.1/10
Get new episode dates in your calendar Sync automatically with Apple, Outlook, or Google Calendar.
📅 Apple / Outlook 📅 Google ⬇ .ics
Advertisement
Quick answer

What is Layali El-Helmeya?

Layali El-Helmeya is a television series first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama.

Type
TV series
Year
1987
Status
Ended
Episodes
185
Runtime
40 minutes
First aired
Oct 18, 1987
Networks
Nile Drama
Genres
Drama
Updated
Series guide

At a glance

Rating
★ TMDB users: 8.1/10
Format
6 seasons · 185 episodes
Episode runtime
~40 minutes
Status
Ended
Network
Nile Drama
Planning tool

How long to binge?

Estimate the schedule using 185 episodes and an average 40-minute runtime.

Trailer

No official trailer is available for this title yet.

Find the trailer on YouTube ↗

Overview

Layali El-Helmeya is a television series first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Nile Drama. Current status: Ended. Spans 6 seasons and 185 tracked episodes.

Advertisement

Should you watch it?

“A sweeping Egyptian saga of rival families across decades”

Reasons to watch
  • Multi-generational narrative spanning a century
  • Rich depiction of Egyptian history
  • Acclaimed writing by Osama Anwar Okasha
Keep in mind
  • Six-season length demands commitment
  • Large cast may be overwhelming for casual viewers

Watch it if you appreciate expansive historical dramas that delve into deep family rivalries.

The series presents intense drama and historical themes, making it most suitable for adult audiences.

Ask the Vault

Ask anything about Layali El-Helmeya — answers are spoiler-safe.

Your verdict

Is Layali El-Helmeya worth watching?

Cast

Comprehensive Directory

Episode guide

🛡️ SPOILER SHIELD

Spoiler-Safe Browsing Progress

Future titles & recaps blurred. Tap "Reveal" on any item to peek.
Binge Efficiency Engine

Filler vs. Essential Canon

Filter episodes by serialized narrative importance. Skip standalone side quests and streamline your binge.

10%
90%
Mytharc (18): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (167): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
Season 1 · 18 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →
Season 2 · 25 episodes Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →
Season 3 · 30 episodes Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →
Season 4 · 42 episodes Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →
Season 5 · 40 episodes Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →
Season 6 · 30 episodes Open the complete Season 6 guide & lore primer →
Verified insights

Frequently asked questions

When was Layali El-Helmeya first released?

It premiered in 1987.

What genre does the series belong to?

It is a drama series.

What is the central plot of the show?

It follows the bitter rivalry between the Al‑Badri and Ghanem families in Cairo’s Helmeya neighbourhood across several decades.

Who wrote Layali El-Helmeya?

The series was written by Osama Anwar Okasha.

How many seasons does the series have?

The story unfolds over six seasons.

Advertisement

■ Ended / Final Season Complete Renewal tracker

Explore Layali El-Helmeya

If you like Layali El-Helmeya

See all similar titles →

What viewers say

No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on Layali El-Helmeya.